Diplomatic Relations Act

Summary

Diplomatic Relations Act - Repeals provisions relating to diplomatic immunity which (1) deem void judicial writs or process issuing against persons with diplomatic immunity, (2) impose penalties for wrongful suit, and (3) exempt certain servants of diplomatic personnel from immunity. Extends the privileges and immunities specified in the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations to diplomatic personnel and families from nations which have not ratified the convention. Permits the President to grant to diplomatic personnel privileges and immunities more or less favorable than those in the Convention. Directs any judicial action brought against immune personnel to be dismissed. Requires such personnel to have liability insurance.

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• Public Law (PDF)

  Public Law · EN · 1 October 1978

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• Reported to Senate with amendment(s)

  summary · EN · 11 August 1978

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 16 June 1977

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